Guest Picks: An Arsenal for Urban Gardeners

Urban gardening has been a trend for a while, but I truly believe that it is here to stay, because urbanites are striving for more nature in their everyday lives. What started out as buying freshly cut flowers regularly kept going one step further: buying potted herbs, then planting greens and finally creating real urban gardens on balconies and terraces or in little city plots. Many people have gained a hands-on attitude when it comes to greens, and they now want to grow their own plants, vegetables and fruits.

For all of these endeavors, a solid set of urban gardening accessories will come in handy. Here is a carefully curated selection that will help make you an avid gardener in your urban surroundings. — Igor from Happy Interior Blog

Sun Garden Hose, Yellow - $78 A garden hose is crucial for larger gardens or balconies to assure easy watering without having to refill small cans dozens of times. Plus, this one comes in a flashy yellow.


Succulents - $22.50 Opt for succulents if you doubt your green thumb — there's nothing easier to look after. They require minimal care and look very sculptural.


Cactaceae Plant, Assorted - EUR 2.99 Here's another choice for urban gardening beginners: cacti. They come in a big variety of shapes and colors, and almost no care is required. Just place them in a sunny spot and water sparingly.


Classic Scout Axe - $140 Sometimes you have to get back to your roots and work with handy tools that humans have used throughout history — like the axe. And yes, even an axe can be a design object, as evidenced by this example from Schoolhouse Electric. Go forth and chop that wood!


Jordnöt Planter - EUR 4.99 This hanging planter is a real eye catcher. The woven structure with dashes of neon pink and orange sets the stage for a bit of green; all you have to do is find a spot in your home for this beauty.


DeWit Garden Hand Fork - GBP 21 A garden hand fork comes in handy whether you're cultivating a little garden, growing something on your balcony or tending plants in your home. DeWit is a great source for high-quality gardening tools.


Garden Tool, Weeder - $20.95 Even urban gardeners have to cope with weeds. And to get a handle on the problem, you'll need a good weeder. This one comes in versions for both left- and right-handed gardeners.


Flower Snips - $6.50 If you grow flowers that you like to use as fresh blooms in your home, you will need some good flower snippers like these. Their vintage look makes them attractive and makes gardening even more fun.


Ceramic Birdhouse, Terra-Cotta - GBP 34.95 Urban gardeners embrace the full power of nature, meaning that fauna is also an important factor. Hang this birdhouse to accommodate your flying friends while you work on your balcony or in your garden.


Tip Bags - $24.95 These tip bags are crucial for a gardener. Whether you want to transport leaves, soil or other garden garbage, these bags will make easy and quick work of it.


Dolomite Watering Can - $29 Design and gardening go hand in hand, and this watering can from West Elm is the perfect evidence. The glazed white earthenware with a dip-dyed look in a very simple, almost archaic form will please your plants and your design-loving eye.


Fiskars 7983 Bulb Transplanter - $10.35 This cool tool is called the Bulb Transplanter; it plants bulbs with a supereasy spring-loaded mechanism.


Blackboard Garden Labels - $14 How adorable are these chalkboard planting labels? Use them to mark your garden plants or kitchen herbs.


Linen-Wrapped Pots - $10 Vintage-looking flower pots are trending. These ones from Terrain would make a lovely grouping, indoors or out.


Low Fiberclay Square Planter - $38 If you have a big balcony, rooftop terrace or garden, opt for these square fiber-clay planters and fill them with a variety of greens, herbs and flowers.


Large Turquoise Lady Vase - GBP 120 Adding cut flowers will also help bring some green into your space. Use various vases and containers to create visual interest. This is one of my favorites, from Atelier Stella in London.


Ria Herb Pot, Urn - GBP 8 This herb pot has a fabulous finish and glaze. It looks like an antique and will visually underline the green hues of fresh herbs.


Garden Tool Belt - GBP 9.50 If you are at all serious about gardening, you will need a handy tool belt. It will help keep you from forgetting tools, as everything you need will be gathered in one space and ready for action whenever you feel the call of your green thumb.


Joseph Bentley Apprentice Gloves - GBP 3.99 Don't forget a pair of gardening gloves — your hands will thank you. Avoid cuts, dry and rough fingers, and dirt all over your palms with a pair of practical and solid gloves like these.


Smith & Hawken Premium Quality Solid-Forged Treaded Rabbitting Spade - $79 If you have a little garden (or a big one), don't forget to add a spade to your arsenal. It will be your friend when you're giving your garden a thorough dig before starting new projects in the spring.

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